We Are on A Mission
The Olabisi Onabanjo Literary and Debating Society (OOULADS) is a vibrant intellectual community committed to nurturing confident voices and critical minds. We bring together poets, writers, speakers, and thinkers who share a passion for meaningful dialogue, creative expression, and informed debate. OOULADS provides a safe, inclusive space where ideas are freely expressed, perspectives are challenged, and members grow in clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Our vision is to promote intellectualism across the entire Olabisi Onabanjo University community and position OOU as a hub for articulate, thoughtful, and globally relevant communicators.
Our Mission is to organise impactful activities that enhance students’ oral and written skills through debate, public speaking, writing, and poetry, developing confident individuals, responsible leaders, and global citizens committed to positive societal change.
Our History
We have been promoting intellectualism in Olabisi Onabanjo University since
Our Society’s Legacy of Intellectual Growth
OOULADS was founded in 2018 by Smart Olawale, a graduate of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Mass Communication, alongside a team of brilliant minds across the Department of Law and Mass Communication. The Society emerged from the need to restore depth and intellectual value to student engagement, as many campus activities lacked meaningful learning and critical reflection.
Nurturing Leaders for a Brighter Tomorrow
The Society made its competition debut in 2019 with OJBAW0 and has since hosted a series of impactful events, including debates, call-out sessions, writing competitions, and poetry contests. Over the years, OOULADS has grown through multiple leadership administrations each contributing to the Society’s growth and relevance.
Our Presence Across All OOU Campuses
OOULADS is proudly active across all campuses of Olabisi Onabanjo University, ensuring that every student, regardless of location or discipline, has access to intellectual engagement, creative expression, and skill development.
Ago Iwoye
As the main campus, Ago-Iwoye serves as a major hub for OOULADS activities. Students here actively participate in debates, public speaking sessions, writing workshops, and literary discussions that cut across various academic disciplines.
Sagamu
OOULADS at Sagamu Campus provides medical and health science students with opportunities to sharpen their reasoning, presentation, and advocacy skills, helping them communicate ideas clearly in academic and professional settings.
Ayetoro
In Ayetoro Campus, the Society engages agricultural science students through discussions, debates, and creative writing that connect intellectual discourse with real-world agricultural and environmental issues.
Ibogun
At Ibogun Campus, OOULADS supports engineering-focused students by fostering communication skills, critical thinking, and confident expression—essential tools for effective teaching and leadership
Ignite Your Passion for Literature and Debate
Join OOULADS now to enhance your critical thinking and leadership skills through engaging literary and debating activities. Discover how membership can transform your intellectual journey and connect you with like-minded peers.
Our 2026/27 Leadership Team
Meet the Awwal Omitogun-led executives…
Awwal Omitogun
President
Department: Political Science
Deborah Etim
Vice President
Department: Law
Saheed Salma
Financial Secretary
Department: Law
Oluwafunmibi Hannah O.
Welfare Secretary
Department: Law
Oyekunle Sarah E.
General Secretary
Department: Law
Onyeka Otiono
PRO 1
Department: Nursing
Olamilekan Michael
PRO 2
Department: Library and Information Science